IACET Blog

A great learning experience requires more than quality content. In Andragogy Angst: Why Your Tools Shape Learning More Than Your Content Does, Bradley Davis, VP of Accreditation and Learning at IACET, examines how learning platforms, accessibility, and support systems influence learner engagement and success. Discover why the right infrastructure is essential to creating effective, learner-centered continuing education and training experiences.

Technology should strengthen learning, not dictate how it happens. In this article, Randy Bowman, IACET President & CEO, discusses why learning organizations must maintain control over their policies and processes, how technology fits into an effective quality management system, and why interoperability and adaptability matter when selecting tools that support long-term learning quality.

Drawing on nearly a decade of experience in competency-based assessment, Ametros Learning shares how it developed an AI-supported approach that prioritizes accuracy, transparency, and human oversight. James White, Business Development/Operations Lead, examines the importance of grounding assessments in approved standards, evaluating individual skills, and maintaining human judgment to produce credible, explainable results.

The Self-Assessment Checklist is more than an annual reporting requirement. It’s a valuable tool for maintaining compliance, identifying areas for improvement, and documenting progress between accreditation cycles. Discover how a consistent, thorough self-assessment process can strengthen accountability, support continuous improvement, and help IACET Accredited Providers prepare for reaccreditation with confidence.

Trust in continuing education and training extends beyond the quality of instruction. It also depends on transparency, accountability, and respect for intellectual property. This article highlights how clear disclosure practices, responsible use of learning materials, and consistent organizational policies support quality assurance, strengthen learner confidence, and reinforce the principles of the IACET Standard.